Overview

Based in a research lab, you undertake research on a project agreed with your research supervisor. On a research-focused Master's course, you take an interactive approach to learning, rather than attending traditional lectures. Seminars, workshops and lab meetings enable you to gain an in-depth understanding of the field.

Reasons to study Chemistry at Kent

We offer a wide range of Master’s research projects for you to choose from.
Our academic staff are leading experts in chemistry, ensuring you receive the best possible supervision. Find out about the staff who are open to supervising research students, together with their research interests.
Our active research centres and groups organise high-profile, international conferences and workshops:
- Supramolecular, Interfacial and Synthetic Chemistry
- Materials for Energy and Electronics (MEE)
More than 92% of our research outputs and 100% of our research impact was considered to be ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

Find an MSc project and a supervisor

Choose an area that interests you from our wide range of Master’s research projects.

Once you have identified a project and a potential supervisor, please contact them directly by email to discuss the possibility of undertaking an MSc under their supervision. Please outline your interest in the research project, supply a CV including all relevant experience and details of how you will fund your study.

Programme Structure

Research areas:

Materials for Electronics and Engineering (MEE)

Physics of Quantum Materials (PQM)

Supramolecular Interfacial and Synthetic Chemistry (SISC)

Centre for Astrophysics and Planetary Science (CAPS)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

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More details

No fixed deadline for applications from home students, but we recommend to apply as soon as possible; no later than three months before your start date.

Language

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

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General requirements

A first or second class honours degree in Physics or Chemistry or a physical sciences related course.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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